Download - Student and Parent Handbook 2020-2021 Table of Contents

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Student and Parent Handbook

2020-2021

Table of Contents

Bell Schedule: ......................................................................................................................................... 2 Administration, Office, and Support Staff .............................................................................................. 3 Directory ................................................................................................................................................. 4 Guidance and Counseling ....................................................................................................................... 6 Requirements of the Program of Study ................................................................................................... 6 Career Clusters ........................................................................................................................................ 6 Clubs and Organizations ......................................................................................................................... 7 Things Parents and Students Need to Know ........................................................................................... 8

Mid-term reports and Semester Exams............................................................................................... 8 Use of Cell Phones and Electronic Signaling Devices in School ....................................................... 8

Cell Phone Policy .................................................................................................................................. 10 Audio Device Policy ............................................................................................................................. 11 Tobacco ................................................................................................................................................. 11 Use of Profanity .................................................................................................................................... 11 Safe and Supportive Schools ................................................................................................................ 12 Inappropriate Behaviors Defined .......................................................................................................... 12 Notice of Safe School Hotline .............................................................................................................. 14 School Crisis Plans ............................................................................................................................... 15 Mission Statement: Learners Today – Leaders Tomorrow ................................................................ 15 Core Beliefs: ......................................................................................................................................... 15 Graduation Policy Requirements and Regulations (Policy D.2.1) ........................................................ 16 Dress and Grooming ............................................................................................................................. 18 Attendance ............................................................................................................................................ 19 Make-up Work ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Tardies .................................................................................................................................................. 20 Early Dismissals and Bus Notes ........................................................................................................... 20 Use of Office Telephone ....................................................................................................................... 21 Internet and Computer Networks Policy ............................................................................................... 21 Illness-Injury ......................................................................................................................................... 21 Medication Policy ................................................................................................................................. 21 Notice of Nondiscrimination ................................................................................................................. 21 Driving and Parking Regulations .......................................................................................................... 22 Parental Grievance Forms ..................................................................................................................... 23 Access to Educational Records ............................................................................................................. 23

Transcripts .................................................................................................................................... 23 Notice to Parents and Eligible Students of Rights Concerning Educational Records .................. 23

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ......................................................................... 23 School Lunch Program ......................................................................................................................... 24 Pest Control ........................................................................................................................................... 25 Athletic Eligibility Rules ...................................................................................................................... 27 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SPECTATORS ...................................................................................... 28 REGULATIONS FOR PUPILS TRANSPORTED IN SCHOOL BUSES .......................................... 29 Dance Policy ......................................................................................................................................... 32 Voluntary Student Accident Program ................................................................................................... 33

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Bell Schedule: HR Arrival – 7:12 1st Period 7:17 – 8:14 2nd Period 8:18 – 9:15 3rd Period 9:19 – 10:16

1st Lunch 10:16 – 10:46 4th Period 10:20 – 11:14

4th Period 10:50 – 11:44 Second Lunch 11:14 – 11:44

5th Period 11:48 – 12:45 6th Period 12:49 – 1:46 LINKS 1:50 – 2:11

1st Bell (Drivers) 2:09

2nd Bell (1st Bus) 2:11

3rd Bell (Parent Pick-Up) 2:13

(2nd Bus) No bell, dismissal upon arrival

2-hr Delay Schedule: HR Arrival – 9:12 1st Period 9:17 – 9:55 2nd Period 9:59 – 10:37



3rd Period 11:55 – 12:32 5th Period 12:36 – 1:14 6th Period 1:18 – 1:56 LINKS 2:00 – 2:11





3-hr Early Out Schedule: HR Arrival – 7:12 1st Period 7:17 – 7:42 2nd Period 7:46 – 8:11 3rd Period 8:15 – 8:40 5th Period 8:44 – 9:08 6th Period 9:12 – 9:36



LINKS 11:00 – 11:11





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Administration, Office, and Support Staff

Administration Phone Mary Ann Foster, Principal, 5201

Scotty Pennington, Asst. Principal 5203

Adrienne Brellahan, Asst. Principal 5202

Athletic Director Donald Barnett 5235

Guidance Laura Culicerto, 12

th 5204

Julie Holliday, 11th

& 10th

(M- Z) 5205

Chelsea Dorsey 10th (A – L) & 9

th 5256

Office Staff Mitzi Richmond, Finance Secretary 5206

Lisa Webb, Secretary 5200

Library Elizabeth Morgan, Librarian 5213

School Nurse

Jody Bass 5258

Raleigh County Sheriff’s Officer Lonnie Carper 5261

Custodians

Tommy Bragg

Michelle Parker

Matt Stevens

Robert Weeks

Ricky Wagner

Cooks 5213

Jennifer Jarrett – Head

Crystal Brooks

Pamela Mooney

Miranda Pack

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Directory

Teacher/Room Name Extension Room # Department Planning Lunch

Administrative Conference 5263 209 All X X

Ayers, Kristin 5259 290 English 3rd 2nd

Bailey, Eric 5255 Gym/144 Health/PE 4th X

Barnett, Dale 5267 313 Fine Arts 6th (2nd sem)

2nd (2nd sem)

Barnett, Donald 5235 122 Athletic Director 1st 2nd

Bass, Jody 5258 259 School Nurse X X

Beckett, Joey 5234 184 Science 5th 1st

Bennett, Brandon 5216 197 Social Studies 4th X

Biology Lab 5287 181 Science X X

Bostic, Brad 5219 281 English 4th X

Brellahan, Adrienne 5202 255 Assitant Principal X X

Brown, Heather 5221 211 Special Ed. 2nd

Cantley, Jim 5245 163 Science 6th 1st

Carper, L. Officer 5261 301 Resource Officer X X

Carter, Allyson 5210 246 Math 3rd 1st

Chemistry Lab 5286 161 Science X X

Collins, Ashlei 5207 251 Math 2nd 1st

Cox, Michelle 5208 245 Math 4th X

Culicerto, Laura 5204 275 Guidance - 12th X X

Culicerto, Vince 5257 145 Drivers Ed. 1st 2nd

Dishner, Allegra 5241 282 English 2nd 2nd

Dorsey, Chelsea 5256 277 Guidance - 9th & 10th A-L X X

Emerson, Jason 5244 302 Foreign Language 3rd 2nd

Evans, Mike 5254 157 Science 2nd 1st

Fama, Tim 5225 316 Fine Arts/Band 4th X

Farley, Machelle 5257 145 Drivers Ed. 1st 2nd

Farley, Melissa 5248 248 Math/Special Ed. 1st 1st

Fetty, Ann 5251 304 Foreign Language 6th 2nd

Foster, Mary Ann 5201 253 Principal X X

Gabbert, Cheryl 5218 306 Health 3rd 2nd

Gunther, Mark 5228 154 Science 6th 1st

Handy, Corey 5242 200 Social Studies 3rd 1st

Harvey, Amanda 5236 VOAG 1 VoAg/Meats 5th / 6th 2nd

Hegele, Betsy 5215 188 Science/Math 1st 1st

Holliday, Julie 5205 276 Counselor 10th M-Z & 11th X X

Isolation Room 5249 247 All X X

Kitchen 5213 X X X X

Lawson, Eric 5227 250 Math 5th 1st

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Lester, Nikki 5262 288 English 5th 2nd

Lester, Tina 5243 198 Social Studies 2nd 1st

Losada, Melissa 5247 307 Fine Arts 3rd 2nd

Lovell, Ginger 5224 295 Business 5th 2nd

Lynch, Shannon 5253 219 Special Ed. 5th X

McClung, Jeff 5240 213 Graduation 20/20 X X

Meador, Cristina 5238 305 Social Studies 6th 2nd

Morgan, Libby 5209 167 Library/Media X X

Okes, Kevin 5237 VOAG 2 VoAg/Repairs 1st / 2nd 2nd

Olson, Ronnie 5220 289 English/Special Ed. 6th 2nd

Osborne, Susan 5260 195 ISS X X

Overflow 5252 233 All X X

Overflow 5212 283 All X X

Paynter, Timothy 5229 183 Science 3rd 1st

Pennington, Scotty 5203 254 Assitant Principal X X

Phares, J.C. 5232 165 Science 2nd 1st

Radford, Carey 5217 189 Social Studies 2nd 1st

Radford, Lori 5231 217 Special Ed. 5th X

Resource Room 5265 195 All X X

Rhudy, Cindy 5233 205 Family/Consumer Science 1st 1st

Richmond, Mitzi 5206 208 Office/Financial Secretary X X

Robotics Lab X 305 Science/Math X X

Rudd, Haley 5230 294 Business 4th X

Science Lab 5285 153 Open X X

Sizemore, Stephanie 5239 296 English 5th 2nd

Smith, Kenya 5248 Gym/144 Health/PE 3rd 2nd

Smith, Tim 5223 199 Social Studies 4th X

Special Ed. Conference 5264 210 Special Ed. X X

STEM Lab 5290 178 STEM X X

STEM Office X 174 STEAM Teachers X X

Stevens, Ashley 5214 249 Math 6th 1st

Tabor, Caryn 5211 215 Special Ed. 3rd X

Webb, Lisa 5200 Office Secretray X X

White, Abby 5226 297 English 3rd 2nd

Wood, Bill 5222 270 Math 3rd 2nd

Woods, Jocelyn 5246 201 Special Ed. 2nd

Workroom X 291 All X X

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Guidance and Counseling

The guidance and counseling staff is committed to providing services and support to students, school staff,

parents, and school community to help each student achieve his or her goals. Counselors work with

students individually and in groups to aid in personal, social, career, and educational development

Throughout the school year, counselors arrange meeting times with students and/or parents to discuss

academic status, graduation evaluations, and college exploration. At other times, students are encouraged

to make an appointment to meet with their counselor, except in crisis situations. Appointments can be

made before school, between classes if time permits, during lunch, or after school. Appointments can be

arranged by calling the guidance offices. Students are responsible for securing an appointment

confirmation from the counseling office and MUST have permission from the teacher before leaving the

classroom.

Requirements of the Program of Study

Students must:

• Take required core courses.

• Obtain a strong background in math, science, computer technology, oral and written

communication skills.

• Obtain fundamental career competencies.

• Have access to courses, equipment, and facilities.

• Have flexibility to change clusters.

• Be prepared to: o Enter the work force

• Enter the military, or

• Enter post-secondary education in 1 or 2 year certificate programs; 2 year Associate Degree

Programs; or 4 year Baccalaureate Degree Programs

• Develop problem solving and reasoning, critical thinking, team work, decision making, and basic

life skills.

• Complete a career portfolio.

• Have opportunities for remediation and acceleration.

Career Clusters Career Clusters are broad interrelated areas of study for career preparation. Career Majors are specific

courses of study within a Career Cluster.

The Career Clusters are as follows:

• Business/Marketing

• Engineering/Technical

• Fine Arts/Humanities

• Health

• Human Services

• Science/Natural Resources

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Clubs and Organizations

Archery Club – Students engage in target practice with bow and arrow and participate in archery

competitions. Mr. John Judy is the sponsor.

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) – Open to everyone, this group meets every Friday morning for

fellowship, devotions, and prayer. See Mr. Brandon Bennett for more information.

FFA (Future Farmers of America) – Membership in this organization is required of all students enrolled

in all of the agriculture education classes. Agriculture education classes include team competition, public

speaking, and recreational activities for FFA members. See Mr. Okes for more information.

FOR Club – Students join together to accept the challenge of Rachel Joy Scott in order to make our school

a better place.

Grappler Girls – This group provides support services (scorekeeping, refreshments, cheering) at wrestling

matches. Contact the Athletic Director for more information.

HSTA – Health Sciences Technology Academy is an organization that encourages under-represented

groups to pursue health related careers. Applications are available online at www.hstawv.org or from the

Raleigh County Board of Education. Students must meet eligibility requirements.

Key Club – This organization is a student led service organization and is part of the Kiwanis International.

See See Ms. Dishner for more information.

National Honor Society - The National Honor Society is a student-led organization comprised of students

inducted into the association based on academic eligibility, character, leadership and involvement in school

and community. Membership in National Honor Society is a privilege and indicates to colleges and

universities a well-rounded student who possesses leadership qualities and academic achievement.

To maintain membership students are required to complete community and school service hours,

maintain at least a 3.6 GPA and uphold a high level of personal character, discipline and accountability.

The National Honor Society serves the school and community with projects such as Homecoming

activities, blood drives, campus beautification, clothing and food drives and similar service projects.

Qualifying senior members are entitled to wear an honor chord and stole during graduation

recognizing their accomplishments and membership in the organization.

STEM – Students utilize the engineering and design method to complete innovative projects after school.

Student Council – The Student Council consists of 33 members elected by the student body. These

include four officers (from each class), seven seniors, five juniors, three sophomores, and two freshmen.

The SSHS Student Council’s main goals are to foster cooperation between students and faculty and

promote activities to solidify the school and build community pride. The Council organizes all

Homecoming events; raises funds for school projects; sponsors walk-a-thons and community coat drives;

organizes all school elections and school dances, and responds to school and community requests.

Sophomore and freshmen elections are conducted in the fall.

Young Democrats – As the official youth arm of the Democratic Party, Young Democrats mobilizes

young people to participate in the electoral process, influence the ideals of the Democratic Party and

develops the skills of the youth generation to serve as leaders at the local and national level.

Young Republicans – Mrs. Lester: The Young Republicans is dedicated to increasing the awareness of

and activity of teenagers in Republican politics. Young Republicans also provide grassroots support for

campaigns and perform various community service activities.

http://www.hstawv.org/

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Things Parents and Students Need to Know

Mid-term reports and Semester Exams

Mid-term reports will be sent home to each student with a C or lower average.

Every student will take semester exams for both semester one and two.

Use of Cell Phones and Electronic Signaling Devices in School

Use of a cell phone during the school day is prohibited by Raleigh County policy except as noted under

Paragraph 3.1 below. Students who violate the cell phone policy will incur the following penalties:

First offense: The student will receive a warning and a call will be made home

Second offense: A referral will be written for refusing to obey school rules. The cell phone will

be taken until the end of the period.

Third offense: A referral will be written for insubordination, the phone is confiscated and taken to

the office. A parent of guardian must pick the cell phone up.

Please note:

The use of electronic devices of all kinds, including cell phones and audio devices, is not permitted during

the testing windows established by the West Virginia Department of Education and Raleigh County Board

of Education.

If students are found with electronic devices during these times, consequences will move directly to the

Third Offense level of Shady Spring High School policy.

Excerpt from Raleigh County Policy (Policy C.1.20):

In order to accommodate the growing use of cell phones or other signaling devices by both staff and

students, the following guidelines are established for use of these devices during the work or school day.

1.0 Purpose:

1.1 This policy regulates the use of cell phones and other electronic signaling devices in order to insure

uninterrupted instruction, safety, decreased bullying, and reduction of theft.

1.2 Students and staff may bring cell phones to school; however, use of such devices by students and staff

may not interfere with instruction, safety, or work for which the individual has been hired.

2.0 Definition:

The term “electronic signaling devices,” refers to and includes, but is not limited to, a pager, hands-free

phone apparatus, 2-way (walkie-talkie) radio, hand-held radio, computer-phone texting, portable signaling

device, and other similar electronics.

2.1 The term “misuse,” includes but is not restricted to inappropriate language, harassment, intimidation,

bullying, threats, or continued use of the device when instructed otherwise by a person in authority.

2.2 The phrase “county owned devices,” refers to all cell phones and other electronic devices provided by

Raleigh County Schools.

3.0 Student Use of Cell Phones or Other Electronic Signaling Devices:

3.1 All students may use a cell phone before or after school while on school property. High school students

may also use a cell phone between classes or during lunchtime at the discretion of the building

administrator except as prohibited by 3.5 and 3.6 of this Policy.

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3.2 During the instructional day (after starting time and before dismissal time) cell phones and electronic

signaling devices must be stored and silenced. Appropriate storage areas include a locker, pocket, purse, or

backpack (when backpacks are permitted at that school). Cell phones should not be visible or be used on

the school bus unless permission is secured from the bus operator.

3.3 Any cell phone or other signaling device that rings or vibrates at a prohibited time or location is

considered in use and will be subject to confiscation by the school administration or school staff.

3.4 Cell phone communication, including text messages or any cell phone function or feature, should not

be used during a school-wide emergency unless otherwise instructed. Such use violates safety regulations

and could be considered a Level III inappropriate behavior.

3.5 Student use of a cell phone feature such as; camera, audio recording, or text messaging for academic

dishonesty, harassment, intimidation, bullying, threats or other inappropriate means is strictly forbidden in

private areas, such as locker rooms, restrooms, dressing areas, etc. The school administration will consider

such use a serious infraction, and school policy will be fully enforced.

3.6 Any device that is confiscated by administration will not be released to the student but shall only be

released to the parent/guardian of the student.

3.7 Any repeated offense for violation of policy regarding cell phones or other electronic signaling devices

will result in the student being prohibited from possession of any such device on school property.

3.8 This policy does not prohibit any device that is used for medical purposes and is worn by a student

because of a condition that requires its use. The student must have on file at his/her school, a signed

statement from a licensed physician (MD, DO) prescribing its use.

3.9 Any student who violates this policy in conjunction with any other disciplinary offense will be in

violation of both this policy and the Raleigh County Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools

Policy and Manual. Such action will increase the level of the inappropriate behavior in addition to any

disciplinary action taken pursuant to this Policy.

3.10 As communication devices will continue to be an integral part of education, teachers are encouraged

to incorporate such devices into the curriculum for purposes of instruction and learning if permission from

the administration is granted.

3.11 The Raleigh County Board of Education and/or individual schools are not responsible for lost or

stolen cell phones or other electronic signaling devices.

Raleigh County Board of Education Approved: July, 26, 2011, Revised: June 12, 2012

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Shady Spring High School

Cell Phone Policy

Students MAY use their cell phones Students MAY NOT use their cell phones

Before School Begins During Class During Class Changes At Lunch After School Ends

cell phones are to be out of sight and silenced during class time

If a cell phone is out during class time, the following will happen:

1st Offense

The student will receive a warning and a call will be made home

2nd

Offense

A referral will be written for refusing to obey school rules. The cell phone will be taken until the end

of the period.

3rd

Offense

A referral will be written for insubordination, the phone is confiscated and taken to the office. A

parent of guardian must pick the cell phone up.

Cell Phone Issues: Administrator Actions

1) 2nd Offense – Violation of School Rules – 1 day of lunch Detention 2) 3rd Offense – Insubordination – Cell phone taken by administration and parent/guardian

must pick up AND 3 days of lunch detention. ** If this happens again - phone taken and 1 days ISS ** If this happens again - phone taken and 2 days ISS ** After the 4th referral - Start suspending

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Audio Device Policy

Electronic or portable audio devices will not be allowed to interfere with instruction. Specific classroom

procedures regarding audio devices are at the discretion of the teacher.

Tobacco

All tobacco products are prohibited on school property, including electronic cigarettes. Use of tobacco of any

type is a violation of SSHS and Raleigh County policy and WV State Code. Law enforcement will issue a

citation to any student found with or using any tobacco product. Please refer to Raleigh County policy D.3.13

(Tobacco Control Policy) for more information.

Use of Profanity

The use of profanity will not be tolerated. Students may be subject to suspensions. Length of the suspension

will depend on the circumstances. Students will be subject to consequences as defined in the Raleigh County

Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools Policy. (Policy D.3.22)

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Safe and Supportive Schools

Raleigh County Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools (Policy D.3.22) The guidelines for expected behavior in safe and supportive schools are outlined in Policy D.3.22 which was

approved by the Board on June 12, 2012. To read the policy in its entirety, please go to the Raleigh County

Schools website and follow the link to Policies under the Parents menu. The link is:

https://wv01919578.schoolwires.net/cms/lib/WV01919578/Centricity/Domain/56/D.3.22_Expected_Behavior

_Policy_and_Manual.pdf

The following excerpts from the rule state the scope and purpose of the policy:

Scope This rule sets the requirements for the development of safe and supportive schools that provide optimum

learning conditions for both students and staff. Whereas safety and order is the foundation of a positive school

climate/culture that supports student academic achievement and personal-social development, this rule also establishes disciplinary guidelines for student conduct that outline behaviors prohibited in West Virginia

schools that must be consistently addressed in order to assure the orderly, safe, drug-free, violence- and harassment-free learning environment.

Purpose The Raleigh County Board of Education recognizes the need for students, teachers, administrators, and other

school personnel to have a safe and supportive educational environment. The West Virginia Board of

Education and the Raleigh County Board of Education believes further that public schools should undertake proactive, preventive approaches to ensure a positive school climate/culture that fosters learning and

personal-social development. Raleigh County Board of Education will design and implement procedures to

create and support continuous school climate/culture improvement processes within all schools that will

ensure an orderly and safe environment that is conducive to learning. Raleigh County Board of Education

must create, encourage, and maintain a safe, drug-free, and fear-free school environment in the classroom, on the playground, and at school-sponsored activities. Assuring such an educational environment requires a

comprehensive plan supported by everyone in the school organization, as well as parents/guardians and the community.

Inappropriate Behaviors Defined Inappropriate behaviors are listed according to their level of severity. The following is a summary of the three

levels of severity. For complete details and elaboration of this information, please see the full policy.

Level 1: Minimally Disruptive Behaviors

These behaviors disrupt the educational process and the orderly operations of the school but do not pose direct

danger to self or others.

Cheating (including plagiarizing, copying the work of others, or breaking rules to gain advantage in a

competitive situation).

Deceit

Disruptive/disrespectful conduct

Failure to serve detention

Falsifying identity

Inappropriate appearance

Inappropriate display of affection (such as kissing or embracing)

Inappropriate language (use of profanity whether oral, written, electronic, photographic, or drawn)

Possession of inappropriate personal property

Skipping class

Tardiness

Vehicle parking violation

https://wv01919578.schoolwires.net/cms/lib/WV01919578/Centricity/Domain/56/D.3.22_Expected_Behavior_Policy_and_Manual.pdf

https://wv01919578.schoolwires.net/cms/lib/WV01919578/Centricity/Domain/56/D.3.22_Expected_Behavior_Policy_and_Manual.pdf

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Level 2: Disruptive and Potentially Harmful Behaviors

These behaviors disrupt the educational process and/or pose potential harm or danger to self and/or others. The

behavior is committed willfully but not in a manner that is intended maliciously to cause harm or danger to self

or others.

Gang-related activity

Habitual violation of school rules or policies

Insubordination

Leaving school without permission

Physical fight without injury

Possession of imitation weapon

Possession of knife not meeting Dangerous Weapon definition (see WV Code)

Profane language/obscene gesture/indecent act toward an employee or student

Technology misuse

Level 3: Imminently Dangerous, Illegal and/or Aggressive Behaviors

These behaviors are willfully committed and are known to be illegal and/or harmful to people and/or property.

Battery against a student

Defacing school property/vandalism

False fire alarm

Fraud/forgery

Gambling

Hazing

Improper or negligent operation of a motor vehicle

Larceny

Sexual misconduct

Threat of injury/assault against an employee or a student

Trespassing

Harassment/bullying/intimidation. Harassment falls into these categories:

o Sexual harassment

o Racial harassment

o Religious/ethnic harassment

o Sexual violence

o Racial violence

o Religious/ethnic violence

Imitation drugs, including possession, use, distribution, or sale

Inhalant abuse

Possession/use of substance containing tobacco and/or nicotine

Level 4: Safe Schools Act Behaviors

These behaviors are consistent with those addressed in West Virginia Code §18A-5-1a(a) and (b).

Battery against a school employee

Felony

Illegal substance related behaviors

Possession and/or use of a dangerous weapon

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Notice of Safe School Hotline

Dear Students, Staff, Parents and Friends,

A recent poll of parents revealed safety as their first concern in America's schools. Fortunately, Shady Spring

High School is very safe; however, no community is immune from the threats that endanger public schools. As a preventative measure and to sustain our safe school atmosphere, we have a Safe School Hotline to assist you

in reporting any wrongdoing that impacts our school, our students or our staff. Safety issues, such as acts of

violence, theft, drug or alcohol abuse, weapons and sexual harassment are a few examples of problems that you may want to report anonymously.

Your call to 1-866-SAFE-WVA will allow you to leave your information without identification or any chance of

being traced. Your message will be transcribed and faxed to school officials. All information will remain

anonymous to encourage the reporting of all safety concerns.

Safety is a basic need in maintaining an environment conducive to good teaching and teaming. Thank you for

your continued support in our attempts to provide a better education for all Shady Spring High School students.

If you have any questions about the Safe School Hotline, please call me. The administrative offices at Shady Spring High School are open during regular school hours for walk-in visitors.

Mary Ann Foster

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School Crisis Plans

West Virginia State Code 18-9F-9 requires each county board to keep a current crisis plan for each school on

file. Upon request, a redacted copy of a school crisis response plan shall be made available for inspection by

the public with any information removed that is necessary for compliance with the necessary safeguards. Each

school shall annually send notice home to all parents and/or guardians of students at the school alerting the

parents and/or guardians to the existence of the plan and the ability to review a redacted copy at the offices of

the county board. This posting in the student/parent handbook constitutes that notice. Any member of the

public that wishes to see the redacted copy of any Raleigh County Public School’s Crisis Plan may visit the

Raleigh County Board of Education, Superintendent Office, at 105 Adair Street Beckley, West Virginia or

arrange an appointment to view the redacted document by calling 304-256-4500.

Mission Statement: Learners Today – Leaders Tomorrow

Core Beliefs:

We believe:

Leadership for all matters;

All students must be provided a safe, caring, and nurturing environment conducive to learning;

All students must be actively engaged in a robust curriculum embedded with high quality

expectations;

All students must be provided explicit instruction from highly effective educators.

All students must be provided explicit instruction from highly effective educators; and

All students must be provided a variety of strategic resources to be successful

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Graduation Policy Requirements and Regulations (Policy D.2.1)

I. Early College Admission Guidelines

The following criteria have been established to allow outstanding students to enter college during their senior

year. In order to be classified as a full time college student, a student must be enrolled for a minimum of 12

credit hours.

A. Parents must submit a written request (Form B) requesting permission for students to enter college during

the senior year. The request should be submitted following a conference with the school principal.

B. Student should have achieved a 3.5 overall average for the courses completed. Exceptions may be made

based upon recommendation by the principal and/or director of secondary education.

C. Student must have accumulated at least 24 credits by the end of the third high school year. (Grades 9, 10

and 11)

D. Student must have letter of acceptance from the appropriate college.

E. All of the preceding information must be forwarded to the Director of Secondary Education for review and

approval.

F. Once approval has been granted, these conditions shall be in effect:

(1) Satisfactory credit accumulated during the first year of college shall be applied toward credits to receive a

high school diploma.

(2) The diploma will be awarded to the student at the time members of the class would

graduate.

G. Generally, any request for early college admission must be submitted to the central office at least one month

before the end of the student’s third high school year.

II. High School Credit For College Work

Generally, there are two reasons for accepting college credit: (1) the student is enrolled in the high school and

would profit by taking a course at the college/university which is not available at the high school or (2) the

student is enrolled as a full time college student and needs to transfer credits back to the high school to

complete graduation requirements. A maximum of two units of credit may be used to meet the 26 required

units. (Three semester hours of college credit may be counted as ½ unit of credit).

III. Attendance Requirements

In order to attain full benefits from the program of instruction, it is essential that all students be scheduled for

the full instructional day. Any exception to this practice must be approved in accordance with the provisions of

Policy D.2.6, Exceptions to Attendance Requirements.

IV. Early Graduation Request Generally, any consideration for early graduation must be submitted before beginning the third year of high

school. Further, students applying for early graduation must meet the requirements of his/her regular

transitioned graduating class. The student transcript will reflect attendance for five of the seven semesters

necessary for placement in the senior class and all grades earned for the purpose of grade point average and

ranking. A statement will be placed in the comment section on the transcript indicating early graduation -

QPA/Rank based on five semesters. The student must complete the minimum of 26 credits required by the

Raleigh County Board of Education. A request for early graduation must be approved by the superintendent’s

designee.

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V. Ranking of Students and Grading System Quality Point Computation Scale

Grade AP Class Honors Class Regular Class 90 – 100 A 5.0 4.5 4.0

80 – 89 B 4.0 3.5 3.0

70 - 79 C 3.0 2.5 2.0

60 - 69 D 2.0 1.5 1.0

0 – 59 F No credit No Credit No Credit

The interpretation of the grading system is as follows:

A. Excellent or Exceptional Progress by the Student

B. Good Progress with Above Average Achievement by the Student

C. Average Progress on Fair Accomplishment by the Student

D. Satisfactory or Minimum Progress with Passing and Credit

F. Unsatisfactory Progress or Failure with No Credit

A. Computation of Grades - At the end of each nine week period, a grade card will be given to each student

indicating the percent score/letter grade the student has earned that nine weeks. At the end of the term, the

grade shall be computed from each nine week letter grade and the exam will count as one-seventh (1/7) of the

final grade. The letter grade will appear on the student’s transcript as the final grade for the semester, and

semester/term letter grades will determine quality points and will also be used for computation for athletic

eligibility. The quality point will be used for ranking and grade point average.

B. Reporting of Grades - A hard copy for reporting grades shall be on a nine-week basis in all schools.

Electronic reporting is available at all times through Schoology.

C. Whenever a student repeats a course, both grades will be used when computing QPA and rank in class.

Courses may be repeated only when student has earned a grade of C or lower.

VI. Secondary School Promotion Policy

1. To be promoted, a student in grades 6, 7, 8 must pass 5 of 8 core classes. (English, Math, Social Studies,

Science) The student must also pass 57% of all classes taken. As a general rule and practice, students should

not be retained more than once in 6th, 7th and 8th grade.

2. A student, who will reach the age of 16 during their middle school years, will be given an individual review

at the end of the school year to determine appropriate placement for the next school term. Each student would

be considered for placement at the high school or in the Alternative Program after an individual conference

with the principal, counselor, parent, and student at the middle school, with the principal making the final

decision. The conference form will be forwarded to the high school by the end of the fifth six weeks grading

period. All records must be completed before the student can be transitioned to the high school.

3. A student in the ninth grade, in order to be considered for promotion to the tenth grade, must pass a

minimum of five units of credit of 9th grade work.

4. Students in high school shall be classified according to the units or credits they have accumulated. Grade-

level or homeroom status will be determined by the following sequence of progress toward graduation:

Sophomore – 5 Credits

Junior – 11 Credits

Senior – All seniors must be enrolled in or have successfully completed English 12, Civics, and be within 8

credits of graduation. Every senior must be scheduled for a full instructional day unless approved under

Policy D.3.1.

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5. Dropouts who wish to return to the Raleigh County school system will first have their transcript

reviewed followed by guidance given regarding the pathway that best fits their situation (e.g.,

Mountaineer Challenge, TASC, Option Pathway, return to traditional school). Special Education students

must reenter through the IEP process.

VII. Participation in Graduation Exercises

A student will be eligible to march with their graduating class if they meet all state and county academic

requirements..

VIII. Honor Graduates

1. Selection of the honor graduates will be at the end of the first semester/term of the senior year and shall be

computed on the basis of all subjects taken for credit in grades 9, 10, 11 and the first semester of grade 12, and

any taken prior to grade nine for which they earned graduation credit.

2. QPA average at end of 1st semester will determine rank.

4.0 and higher Summa Cum Laude – Gold

3.99 – 3.80 Magna Cum Laude – Silver

3.79 – 3.60 Cum Laude - Bronze

3. Regular program of study is herein defined as the successful completion of all required and elective

courses leading to the minimum of 26 credits necessary for awarding a standard diploma.

Dress and Grooming

State policy 4373 states, “A student will not dress or groom in a manner that disrupts the education process…”

To this end, the following guidelines have been developed with input from students, teachers and parents.

No clothing/buttons shall be worn promoting the use of tobacco, drugs, violence or alcohol.

No clothing/buttons having profanities or obscenities, nudity, lewd behavior or acts may be worn.

Shoes must be worn at all times.

The skin of the torso must not be visible from the armpit line down to fist length

*Dresses must be middle fingertip length or longer

*Shorts must be fist length or longer

*No skin showing between top and bottom when standing with arms extended down to the side

*No see through clothing unless something is worn under it

*No visible undergarments (the clothing next to the skin)

*No holes in clothing showing the torso skin

*Armpit line is reference for cleavage coverage line not roundness of arm hole

No strapless tops unless wearing a cover

No hats, hoods or other head garments will be worn in the school building during instructional time;

this includes all other buildings on campus.

Faculty has the discretion to identify inappropriate apparel and respond as needed.

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Attendance

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Make-up Work

Arrangements for make-up work must be made through the joint responsibility and cooperation of the teacher

and student on the first day that the student returns to class.

Tardies

Students are expected to be in school by 7:12 a.m.

All students will remain in school all day unless written permission is given from the office.

Students are expected to be in each class or in a designated area, at which time class is scheduled

to begin.

Consequences for tardies may include:

At 5 – Begin DRF. Call home. Conference with student.

10– Complete referral. Call home. Schedule one day of lunch detention. If missed, there will a higher-level consequence. .

15 - Complete referral. Call home. Schedule two days of lunch detention. If missed, higher level consequence.

20 - Complete referral. Call home. Schedule three days lunch detention. If missed, there will be a higher

level consequence. At this level, parking permit may be pulled for two weeks.

25 – Complete referral. Call home. Inform parent of upcoming meeting with the Director of Pupil Services if student receives three more tardies. Schedule a three-day in-school suspension.

30 – Complete referral. Call home. Schedule meeting with Director of Pupil Services. Student suspended until for a period up to 10 days and/or a meeting with Pupil services.

Increments of five tardies – Complete referral with student suspended (up to 10 days) until a meeting with

the Director of Pupil Services is held. The parking permit may be pulled for five weeks or more.

NOTE: Failure to meet for assigned detention may result in any of the following: additional lunch

detention, in-school detention or out of school suspension. School officials, not students or parents, set

detention/suspension dates.

Early Dismissals and Bus Notes

Students with EDs must sign out and leave the school grounds at the time of their release.

Students are limited to two early dismissals per semester if they are driving themselves. After that, a parent or

guardian must come to the office to sign the student out.

Early Dismissal Procedure:

• The student brings a note from home stating the time of departure, the reason, and the phone number where

the parents can be reached for verification. (We must be able to speak with the parent.)

• The student leaves the note with the secretary (in the basket labeled “Drop Off”) between 7:15 and 8:30

a.m.

• The student’s name and time of departure is printed on the daily absence list to inform teachers of the

absence.

• The student’s early dismissal form will be available in the office at dismissal time.

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The procedure for bus notes is the same as for early dismissals except that the note must also include phone

numbers for both sets of parents if one child is going home with another and the number of the bus the

student will be riding.

The office WILL NOT accept early dismissals or bus notes after 8:30 a.m. except in emergency situations.

This procedure will be followed for ALL students, including those 18 years old or older.

Here are some other things to keep in mind:

During testing windows, students should not request an early dismissal until all testing is complete.

Doctor and dentist appointments should be scheduled after school hours or on Saturday whenever

possible.

Early dismissals (ED) during the day will be for emergencies only. Do not come to the office during

lunchtime to ask for an ED unless it is an emergency.

Students will not be issued an early dismissal for job-related activities.

Early dismissals from class will be counted as absences in that class.

Use of Office Telephone

Office phones are for emergencies/illness use only.

Internet and Computer Networks Policy

Shady Spring High School requires that students and parents or guardians read, accept and sign the Raleigh

County Secondary Technology Acceptable Use Form for acceptable online behavior. This form will be

reviewed and distributed through LINKS class at the beginning of each year.

Illness-Injury

Students becoming ill during school hours should report to the office for observation. Necessary steps

will be taken to get students home if the situation warrants.

Any student having a medically documented condition, which would necessitate that student being

excused from class to use the restroom, should provide the office with a note from their doctor

requesting this exception.

Medication Policy

When bringing non-prescription medication (ie., Tylenol, Cough Drops, Lip balm), the parent/guardian

must complete the Raleigh County Schools’ form designated for non-prescription (OTC) medications.

The medication must be in the original container, the student’s name must be written on the bottle along

with the dosage and how often the student can receive the medication. OTC medication can be carried by

the student if approval by the parent/guardian and school administrator.

Access Health is now available on our campus. Call for information.

Notice of Nondiscrimination The Raleigh County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,

disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries

regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Eric Dillon, Director of Pupil Services and Title IX and Title II Officer

105 Adair Street

Beckley, WV 25801

304-256-4500, ext. 3329

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Driving and Parking Regulations

Students who have five or more unexcused absences will receive an official notification that driving privileges

will be revoked when the student has accumulated 15 unexcused absences. Suspension counts as an

unexcused absence. Please note that to count as excused, a note from the student’s parent/guardian must be

presented to the school within two days of the absences. Five such notes are accepted per semester.

All students driving a car to school must complete a driving permit application which is available from Ms.

Martin, financial secretary. Students will be issued a Shady Spring High Parking Permit. This permit will

entitle the student to park in the lot. The cost of parking will be $50.00 for one semester. Our limited parking

spots are not assigned, and are 1st come 1

st serve. We reserve the right to deny parking to any student if

deemed necessary.

All student vehicles must be parked in the student parking section ONLY.

Vehicles without a parking permit may park for $2.00 per day regardless of what time they arrive at

school. Students must have exact change.

A 5-mph speed limit is enforced on school property at all times. Any student pulling onto the main

road in a hazardous manner will be in violation of these regulations.

Once the vehicle is parked, the student must immediately get out of the vehicle, lock it, and leave the

parking lot. NO LOITERING IN THE PARKING LOT WILL BE PERMITTED.

Do not go to your vehicle at any time during the school day without permission from the office.

You may return to your vehicle only at the end of your school day.

The administration at Shady Spring High cannot grant permission for a student to drive to ACT. Be

sure that you arrive at school in time to board the ACT bus.

Nine tardies or absences to first period can result in loss of driving privilege.

NO STUDENT will be allowed to park in any slot assigned to a staff member. This is cause for

suspension of your driving privilege.

Violations of any parking permit rules could result in the loss of parking and/or driving privileges at

Shady Spring High School.

No student driving a car to school may leave the grounds or allow another student into a vehicle after

arriving on school grounds.

Tobacco products are not allowed on school property; this policy extends to vehicles on the school’s

parking lot.

Please Note:

Additional violations of the above regulations may result in the permanent suspension of the student’s

driving privilege.

Although the administration and staff at Shady Spring High supervises the student parking lot and

makes every reasonable effort to provide for the safety of those students using the parking facilities,

we will not be responsible for any damage (accidental or intentional) to any vehicles, nor any

theft from the vehicle.

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Parental Grievance Forms

In case any parent has a complaint against the school, parental grievance forms are available on the Raleigh Co

Schools Webpage.

Access to Educational Records

Transcripts

For educational records for current students, contact the guidance counselor at the school. For the permanent

record of a graduate, contact the Raleigh County Board of Education. For students transferring schools, the

receiving school requests the student’s records from the previous school.

Notice to Parents and Eligible Students of Rights Concerning Educational Records

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (20 U.S.C.§ 1232g; 34CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that

protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an

applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

FERPA give parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to

the student when he/she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to

whom the rights have transferred are “eligible students.”

Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student’s education records

maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons

such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools

may charge a fee for copies.

Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to

be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible

student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school sti8ll decides not to

amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record

setting forth his or her view about the contested information.

Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release

any information from a student’s education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those

records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):

School officials with legitimate educational interest;

Other schools to which a student is transferring;

Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes;

Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;

Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school;

Accrediting organizations;

To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena;

Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and

State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law.

Schools may disclose, without consent, “directory” information such as a student’s name, address, telephone

number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, school must tell

parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable

amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. Schools must notify

parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual means of notification is left to

the discretion of each school.

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For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327) voice. Individuals who use

TDD may use the Federal Relay Service (/about/contacts/gen/index.html#frs).

Or you may contact us at the following address:

Family Policy Compliance Office

US Department of Education

00 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC. 20202-8520

School Lunch Program

All Raleigh County Schools operate a National School Lunch Program for the benefit of students. Free and

reduced applications are available in the office. Or contact Raleigh County Schools at 304-256-4660, Ext.

6005 or 6006. Parents are encouraged to complete the form and return it to school. Families not eligible are

requested to place an “X” on the form and also sign and return it to school. You may apply for free and

reduced meals at this website: www.wvschoolmeals.net

Part VII of the application enables you to apply for additional benefits for your child, including Medicaid, free

textbooks, supplies and special services and assistance for vocational education. Students are eligible for free

summer school tuition if an up-to-date application is on file before the end of the school term.

Raleigh County Schools also receive federal funds for Chapter I and Vocational Education programs. These

programs are based on the number of students enrolled in the free and reduced meal program.

All schools charge meals to students. The Raleigh County Food Service program has centralized the billing

system. Parents will receive a bill at the end of the month for meals the student has eaten during the month. A

self-addressed envelope will be included for ease in paying the bill directly to the food service department.

Students who receive free meals will not receive a bill unless they eat a second meal. If this occurs, parents

will receive a bill for the second meal.

Students must accept the responsibility of the Bar Code Card. If the student allows someone else to use the

card, the meal will be charged to the owner of the card.

Note: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and

activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability. To file a complaint of

discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and

Independence Ave., SW; Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD).

The student meal prices are as follows:

o Full-pay lunch $1.75

o Reduced lunch $0.40

o Full-pay breakfast $1.25

o Reduced breakfast $0.30

Breakfast is available before school and at 9:00. The cost for a second breakfast on any given day will be the

same as the cost for a full adult breakfast.

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Pest Control

The Raleigh County Board of Education currently has a pest control contract with Orkin Exterminating

Co.

All schools in the state of West Virginia have an Integrated Pest Management Program which establishes

procedures for pest management.

We maintain a Pest Management notebook which defines the acceptable procedures and allowed

chemicals with fact sheets which contain information on the toxicity of the end use concentration of the

pesticide product.

At Shady Spring High School, pest management is a "monitor and treat only if needed approach." No

chemicals are used unless a problem exists, and then the "least hazardous" material will be used. The use of

selected non-chemical pest management methods are implemented whenever possible.

The chemicals currently approved for use in our school are:

PT 280 ORTHENE (Acephate Insecticide)

PT 270 Dursban

Contrac - Rat & Mouse Bait

You may inspect our Pest Management Book if you wish. You also have the right to be notified 24 hours

prior to any pesticide application in our building.

Additional information may be obtained at the school or by calling Mr. Rod Lively, Maintenance Director

at 304-256-4565 or 304-256-4732.

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Athletic Eligibility Rules

To be eligible to represent you school in any interscholastic contest, you must:

Be a regular, bona fide student in good standing of the school.

Have enrolled not later than the tenth day of current semester.

Have earned at least 2 units of credit the previous semester (summer school excluded).

Have attained an overall “C” (2.00) average. Summer school may be included.

Not have reached your 15th (MS), 16th (JHS) or 19th (HS) birthday before September 1 of the current

school year.

Be residing with parent(s) or legal guardian as specific by WVSSAC Rule 127-2-7 and 8 unless:

o Parents or guardians have made a bona fide change of residence during school term.

o An AFS or other Foreign-Exchange student (one year of eligibility only).

o The residence requirement was met by the 365 calendar days attendance prior to participation.

Have not transferred from a private to a public or public to a private member school without forfeiting

365 calendar days of athletic eligibility (exception 127-2-7.17 (1-2-3).

Be an amateur as defined by Rule 127-2-11.

Transfer into school does not automatically guarantee athletic eligibility.

The following actions will disqualify you from participation in the athletic program:

You must not have transferred from one school to another for athletic purposes as a result of undue

influence or persuasion by any individual or group of people.

You must not have received recognition of your ability as a HS or JHS athlete through any award not

present or approved by your school or the WVSSAC.

While a member of a school team in any sport, you must not become a member of any other organized

team or an individual participant in an unsanctioned meet or tournament in the same sport during the

school sport season (exceptions note in 127-2-10.1).

You must not have participated in more than one all-star contest in each sport. (This rule applies to

seniors only).

You must not have been enrolled in more than eight (8) semesters in grades 9-12.

You must not have participated in more than two (2) season in any sport in grades 7 and 8 (Rule 127-

2-5).

Before becoming a member of any school athletic team, you must have submitted to your principal a

Participation/Parental Consent/Physician Form, completely filled in and property signed, attesting that you

have been examined and found to be physically fit for athletic competition and that your parents or guardian

consent to your participation (See exceptions under Rule 127-3-3).

Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics is a privilege you earn by meeting not only the above listed

minimum standards, but also all other standards set by your school and the WVSSAC. If you have any

questions regarding you eligibility or are in doubt about the effect any activity or action might have on your

eligibility, check with your principal or athletic director. They are aware of the interpretation and intent of each

rule. Meeting the intent and spirit of WVSSAC standards will prevent athletes, teams and schools from being

penalized.

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CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SPECTATORS

A. STATEMENT OF PHILOSPOHY

The member schools encourage the attendance of students, parents, and interested members of the

community at all athletic events. We further encourage their active support of these programs by

participating in those activities which lend themselves to stimulating student achievement, good

sportsmanship, and school spirit. These activities should be positive in nature and within the guidelies of

the Section XI Code of Conduct. It is not our intent to reduce the involvement of spectators or the

enjoyment of those who participate. Rather, it is our goal to create an atmosphere which is conducive to

healthy athletic competition, is safe for those involved, and which provides the ideals of sportsmanship

and sound educational practices.

B. SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT (Violators of this code are subject to eviction from the site.)

1. Spectators are an important part of the game and shall at all times conform to accepted standards

of good sportsmanship and behavior.

2. Spectators shall at all times respect officials, coaches and players and extend all courtesies to

them.

3. Wholesome cheering is encouraged.

4. Taunting, foul and abusive language, noisemakers, inflammatory remarks, and disrespectful signs

and behavior are not acceptable.

5. Faculty supervised pep bands are permitted during dead ball time. However, spectator noise

makers or sound devices are prohibited.

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STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA

STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

OFFICE OF SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION

REGULATIONS FOR PUPILS TRANSPORTED IN SCHOOL BUSES (Policy 4336 – Approved by the State Board of Education)

I. OUTSIDE THE BUS

a. Walk on the left side of road, facing traffic.

b. Wait on the bus at the designated stop in an orderly manner.

c. Wait for the Bus Operator’s signal before crossing a road or highway.

d. Board the bus in a safe, orderly manner.

e. Follow the Bus Operator / Aide’s instructions at all times.

II. INSIDE THE BUS

a. Change seats only with the Bus Operator’s permission, and when bus in not in motion.

b. Be responsible for vandalism that occurs on a seat in which they ride.

c. Cooperate with the Bus Operator to keep bus clean. Except when medically necessary, eating and

drinking on bus is prohibited.

d. Avoid unnecessary conversation with the Bus Operator.

e. Keep head and arms inside bus windows at all times.

f. Report any open exit or released latch to the Bus Operator immediately.

g. Provide enrollment information to the Bus Operator.

h. No riding in step-well or forward of front row of seats.

i. No standing while bus is in motion any time a seat is available.

j. No use of profane or obscene language.

k. Do not throw or pass any object of any nature into or from the bus through a door or window.

l. Unless directed by the Bus Operator, do not open emergency exits, except during emergencies.

m. Comply with the Student Code of Conduct policy.

1. Students enrolled in West Virginia public schools shall behave in a manner that promotes

a school environment that is nurturing, orderly, safe and conductive to learning and

personal-social development.

2. Students shall help create an atmosphere free from bullying, intimidation and harassment.

3. Students shall demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness.

4. Students shall treat others with respect, deal peacefully with anger, use good manners and

be considerate of the feelings of others.

5. Students shall demonstrate responsibility, use self-control and be self-disciplined.

6. Students shall demonstrate fairness, play by the rules, and will not take advantage of

others.

7. Students shall demonstrate compassion and caring.

8. Students shall demonstrate good citizenship by obeying laws and rules, respecting

authority, and by cooperating with others.

PERIODIC INSTRUCTION

School principals, teachers and bus operators shall work cooperatively in instructing all school pupils with these regulations

governing transported pupils. Special emphasis should be given toward pupil discipline while being transported on curricular and

extracurricular trips. The county board of education shall furnish a copy of the above regulations to the following person:

superintendent, principals, teachers, pupils and parents.

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WVDE Policy 4336 (RCS Policy B.5.2)

7. Procedures for Disciplining Students Transported by School Buses

7.1. The school bus operator shall immediately notify the school principal when any

transported student has violated Policy 4373. Written notification shall be completed by the

school bus operator as soon as possible.

7.1.1. Student discipline is the responsibility of the principal together with the bus

operator. The student to be suspended from the bus shall be notified by the principal/designee,

with the bus operator's assistance. The parents/guardians of the student shall be notified by the

school principal/designee.

7.1.2. All students shall be transported until the parent/guardian has been properly

notified about the suspension.

7.1.3. A suspended student shall be readmitted to the bus only after the principal/designee

notifies the school bus operator that the student may be readmitted. Parents/guardians will also

be notified by the school principal/designee when their child may resume riding the bus.

7.1.4. If a student has been recommended for discipline three times in one year by the

school bus operator, a conference to discuss the student’s disruptive behavior patterns shall be

conducted. During the conference, the parent/guardian shall be present with the school bus

operator and the principal/designee. If the inappropriate behavior persists, the student’s rights to

transportation services may be suspended for the remainder of the year, to the extent feasible. II. Video Cameras – School Buses. 2.1. The Raleigh County Board of Education is concerned for the safety of children on school buses. This concern not only extends to vehicle accidents but to injury that may result from the assault and/or abuse of one student by another while riding a bus. Additionally, there is concern for appropriate behavior and action by the bus operator in dealing with student conduct. 2.2. The use of video cameras on school buses has been shown to be a valuable tool in the control of student conduct and the reduction of vandalism. 2.3. It shall be the policy of the RCBOE to allow the installation and use of video cameras on school buses under the following conditions: (a) Students are informed that they may be taped at any time. (b) Efforts must be made to inform all parents that their children may be taped at any time. (c) The use of the recordings will be with the knowledge and approval of the Transportation Director. Tapes will be used by those persons having a direct responsibility for events or occurrences that have been recorded: (1) School officials (2) Bus operators

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(3) Students involved (4) Law enforcement 2.4. Audio and video evidence may be used to prove inappropriate or illegal behavior and school officials may use such evidence in the administration of board policy on discipline. III. Severability. If any provision of this policy or application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this policy. Legal Reference: WV Code 18A-5-1 APPROVED: May 25, 2004

REVISED: July 24, 2018

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Dance Policy

Students will not be allowed to attend Shady Spring High School dances of they have 5 or more

disciplinary referrals and/or 10 or more unexcused absences.

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Voluntary Student Accident Program

This year the Voluntary Student Accident Program does

not have take-home brochures for all students. This year

students and/or parents must enroll online.

The web address is: aliverisk.com

Direct link below:

http://www.aliverisk.com/special-event-insurance-programs/k-12-

studentaccident-insurance/payment

http://www.aliverisk.com/special-event-insurance-programs/k-12-studentaccident-insurance/payment

http://www.aliverisk.com/special-event-insurance-programs/k-12-studentaccident-insurance/payment

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